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WSP in the U.S. · 3 days ago

Associate Structural Engineer

Salt Lake City, UT

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

WSP is a leading engineering and professional services firm seeking an Associate Structural Engineer to join their Utah Transportation Structures team. The role involves providing support for transportation infrastructure projects, including research, design, and construction support of load-bearing structures.

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Responsibilities

Review the existing conditions and determine the physical requirements for structure work. Develop a range of alternative structure types to fulfill the requirements

Perform basic professional structural engineering work relating to conducting research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, resources, infrastructure, and transportation channels to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction specifications

Assist with modeling, designing, and detailing requirements and operating strategies to account for the safety and functionality of end-users and vehicles with structural engineering design standards

Assist with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing technical assistance on securing structural soundness from loads and pressures caused by environmental or human influence

Write technical reports summarizing research with findings and conclusions, generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation using sketches, calculations, electronic systems, spreadsheets, software, and 2D/3D illustrations

Assist technical staff and project managers with risk identification and assessment, offering input and analysis with design concepts, construction, mitigation and improvement activities, and remediation projects

Work with cross-functional teams to execute project work

Assist with work plan preparation and coordination of site work

Complete training on assigned tasks

Work collaboratively with other engineers, professionals, and infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, local, and privately funded improvement and development projects

Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures

Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

Qualification

Structural Engineering PrinciplesDiscipline-Specific Design SoftwareAASHTO SpecificationsInfrastructure PlanningTechnical WritingAnalytical MindsetSelf-LeadershipInterpersonal Skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline

1 to 3 years of relevant post-education experience

Knowledge of structural engineering principles, practices, processes, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues

Familiarity with infrastructure planning, rehabilitation, and new design

Familiar with relevant structural and civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements

Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions

Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience

Capable self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team to meet business objectives

Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, physics, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools

Experience with discipline-specific design software (i.e., Bentley OpenRoads/OpenBridge, CSIBridge, MDX, LPile, etc.)

Experience with American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) specifications, including Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) Bridge Design Specifications, Guide Specifications for LRFD Seismic Bridge Design, and Manual for Bridge Evaluation

Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek

Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements

Preferred

Engineer in Training Certification

On track to obtain a Professional Engineering (PE) license within 4 years of hiring

Prior design experience

A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life

Retirement savings

Company

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